DevSecOps Foundation Course in Virtual

DevSecOps Foundation℠ Course Outline

Module 1: Realising DevSecOps Outcomes

• Origins of DevOps
• Evolution of DevSecOps
• Other Frameworks
• CALMS
• The Three Ways

Module 2: Defining the Cyberthreat Landscape (CTL)

• Storytime and Outcomes
• What is the Cyber Threat Landscape?
• What is the Threat?
• What Do We Protect From?
• What Do We Protect, and Why?
• How Do I Talk to Security?

Module 3: Building a Responsive DevSecOps Model

• Model with Components
• Technical, Business and Human Toll Outcomes
• What’s Being Measured? Integration, Current State and Delta?
• Gating and Thresholding
• Incremental Improvements

Module 4: Integrating DevSecOps Stakeholders

• DevSecOps State of Mind
• What Good Culture Looks Like
• DevSecOps Stakeholders
• What’s at Stake for Who?
• People, Process, Technology and Governance

Module 5: Establishing DevSecOps Practices

• Start Where You Are
• Integrating People, Process, Technology and Governance
• Continuous Security for DevSecOps
• Onboarding Process for Stakeholders
• Practices and Outcomes
• Data Driven Decision Making and Response

Module 6: Best Practices to Get Started

• Identifying Target State
• Value Stream-Thinking
• Flow
• Feedback
• Learning

Module 7: DevOps Pipelines and Continuous Compliance

• Goal of a DevOps Pipeline
• Why Continuous Compliance is Important
• Archetypes and Reference Architectures
• Coordinating DevOps Pipeline Construction
• DevSecOps Tool Categories, Types and Examples

Module 8: Learning Using Outcomes

• Security Training Options
• Training as Policy
• Experiential Learning
• Cross-Skilling
• DevSecOps Collective Body of Knowledge
• Preparing for the DevSecOps Foundation Certification Exam
• Next Steps

Prerequisites of DevSecOps Foundation^℠

There are no formal prerequisites for attending this DevSecOps Foundation^℠ Course.

Who Should Attend this DevSecOps Foundation^℠?

This DevSecOps Foundation^℠ Course is designed for anyone who have a basic understanding of software development and operations practices. There are some professionals who can benefit from attending this course:

• DevOps Engineers
• Security Professionals
• Software Developers
• Project Managers
• IT Managers
• Quality Assurance Team Leaders
• System Administrators
   

DevSecOps Foundation℠ Course Overview

DevSecOps Foundation^℠ serves as an introductory platform for integrating security practices within DevOps processes. Its importance lies in promoting a culture where development, operations, and security functions are aligned, ensuring rapid and secure delivery cycles. For organisations, this training offers the benefit of reducing security vulnerabilities, improving compliance, and enhancing overall operational efficiency. Individuals will gain crucial skills that improve their ability to contribute effectively to their teams, enhancing job performance and personal development. Furthermore, the training provides career benefits by equipping professionals with sought-after skills that boost employability and advancement opportunities in the field of cybersecurity and DevOps.

During this training course, delegates will learn to integrate security seamlessly into DevOps practices, ensuring that security considerations are woven into every phase of the development lifecycle. The training will cover the origins and evolution of DevSecOps, providing a deep understanding of how proactive security practices can coexist within agile environments. They will explore the current cyberthreat landscape, recognizing how to identify and mitigate risks effectively. This training will be conducted by our highly professional and skilled trainer, who has years of experience in teaching.

Course Objectives

• To integrate security practices effectively within the DevOps pipeline
• To understand the evolution and importance of DevSecOps in industry
• To identify and mitigate potential cybersecurity threats proactively
• To develop a comprehensive security mindset among DevOps teams
• To implement continuous compliance and security monitoring systems
• To enhance collaboration between development, operations, and security teams

After attending this training course, delegates will be equipped to seamlessly integrate security measures into their existing DevOps processes, significantly enhancing the safety and efficiency of their operations. They will be capable of identifying and addressing potential security vulnerabilities early in the development cycle, thereby mitigating risks before they escalate.
 

What’s included in this DevSecOps Foundation^℠ Course?

• World-Class Training Sessions from Experienced Instructors
• Digital Delegate Pack

DevSecOps Foundation℠ Exam Information

The DevSecOps Foundation℠ exam evaluates a candidate comprehensive understanding of the essential principles, practices, and technologies used in DevOps environments. The format of the exam is structured as follows:

• Question Type: Multiple-Choice
• Total Questions: 40
• Total Marks: 40 Marks
• Pass Marks: 65%, or 26/40 Marks
• Duration: 60 Minutes
• Open Book/ Closed Book: Open Book